Clinical and Educational Training About Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice for Pediatric Residents

Abstract

Education and clinical training about diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) is essential for the personal and professional development of pediatric residents in preparation for a career providing health care to diverse pediatric populations. The ability of pediatric residents to reflect on their lived experiences while gaining perspectives about their patients has the potential to positively affect the health care of patients and decrease health inequities. Clinical rotations were established for students from underrepresented populations in medicine as a pathway for matching and diversifying pediatric residency programs with the potential to help diversify the pediatric workforce. The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education formulated standards about DEIJ in pediatric residency training. Curricula, internships, and mentoring programs have been created by medical institutions and professional medical organizations to provide learning experiences about DEIJ and foster a sense of belonging. This review article highlights the multifactorial approach needed to achieve the goal of diversifying the pediatric workforce through DEIJ instruction in pediatric residency training. [ Pediatr Ann . 2023;52(7):e256–e260.]